Join us for Entre Hermanos’ most anticipated event of the year!
The Día de Muertos Gala 2025 celebrates the journeys of our LGBTQ+ Latine community, with a special tribute to our trans sisters.
Monarcas – We Migrate, We Transform, We Thrive
Enjoy an unforgettable evening featuring:
Electrifying performances
Gourmet Latin-inspired cuisine
Powerful storytelling
Fundraising auction
A night of remembrance, joy, and solidarity
Sheraton Grand Seattle
Saturday, October 25, 2025 | Doors open at 5:00 PM
Choose from Early Bird, Community Access, General Admission, or Champion Supporter tickets.
Reserve your spot and be part of a night that uplifts, honors, and inspires.
Choose the ticket level that best fits your capacity:
Your partnership tells a story of compassion, visibility, and action. By sponsoring our gala, you help Entre Hermanos continue to uplift LGBTQ+ Latine lives through health, advocacy, and community.
All sponsors receive VIP tickets, recognition, and exclusive visibility benefits.
🎉 Entre Hermanos at Seattle Latinx Pride! 🎉 🗓️ Saturday, July 12 | ⏰ 5:00pm – 10:00pm 📍 Plaza Roberto Maestas (2601 17th Ave S, Seattle)
We’re bringing the fiesta to Seattle Latinx Pride! Join Entre Hermanos for a night of música, cultura, and comunidad as we celebrate our beautiful, vibrant Latine LGBTQIA+ family.
💃🏽 Expect powerful performances, inspiring speakers, community resources, and joyful connection. We’ll be showing up loud and proud porque existimos, resistimos y celebramos juntos.
🌈 All are welcome, whether you’re queer, trans, questioning, or a fierce ally. Let’s honor our roots, uplift each other, and dance into Pride weekend with love and orgullo.
🎉 Cultura viva | Comunidad poderosa | Orgullo sin fronteras
See you on the 12th at Latinx Pride—¡prepárate para brillar!✨
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🏳️🌈🎉 ¡Entre Hermanos en Seattle Latinx Pride! 🎉🏳️🌈 🗓️ Sábado, 12 de julio | ⏰ 5:00pm – 10:00pm 📍Plaza Roberto Maestas (2601 17th Ave S, Seattle)
¡Traemos la fiesta al Latinx Pride de Seattle! Acompaña a Entre Hermanos en una noche de música, cultura y comunidad mientras celebramos a nuestra hermosa y vibrante familia LGBTQIA+ Latine.
💃🏽 Disfruta de presentaciones poderosas, voces inspiradoras, recursos comunitarios y conexión con alegría. Estaremos presentes con orgullo porque existimos, resistimos y celebramos juntos.
🌈 ¡Todos son bienvenidos! Seas queer, trans, explorando tu identidad o uno aliado increíble, celebremos nuestras raíces, nos cuidamos mutuamente y damos inicio al fin de semana del Orgullo con mucho amor.
🎉 Cultura viva | Comunidad poderosa | Orgullo sin fronteras
🏳️🌈🎉 Entre Hermanos at Trans Pride Seattle! 🎉🏳️🌈 🗓️ Saturday, June 27 | ⏰ 5:00pm – 10:00pm 📍 Volunteer Park Amphitheater
Trans Pride Seattle is a free annual festival celebrating Trans life and community across the Pacific Northwest and beyond! A love letter to Trans people everywhere, TPS increases the strength of the TwoSpirit, Trans, & Gender Diverse (2STGD) community and our allies through increased visibility, connection, love, and the celebration of our lives.
✨ Whether you’re here to celebrate your identity, support your loved ones, or just bask in the beauty of trans and Latinx excellence, this is your space to shine. ✨
🌈 Everyone who supports + affirms Trans life is invited!
🏳️🌈🎉 ¡Entre Hermanos en Trans Pride Seattle! 🎉🏳️🌈 🗓️ Sábado, 27 de junio | ⏰ 5:00pm – 10:00pm 📍 Anfiteatro de Volunteer Park
Trans Pride Seattle es un festival anual gratuito que celebra la vida y comunidad Trans en todo el Noroeste del Pacífico ¡y más allá! Es una carta de amor para las personas Trans en todas partes. TPS fortalece a la comunidad Dos Espíritus, Trans y de Género Diverso (2STGD), así como a nuestras aliadas, mediante mayor visibilidad, conexión, amor y la celebración de nuestras vidas.
✨ Ya sea que vengas a celebrar tu identidad, apoyar a tus seres queridos o simplemente disfrutar de la belleza de la excelencia Trans y Latinx, este es tu espacio para brillar. ✨
🌈 ¡Todas las personas que apoyan y afirman las vidas Trans están invitadas!
🏳️🌈🎉 Entre Hermanos is going to Yakima Pride! 🎉🏳️🌈 🗓️ Saturday, June 21 | ⏰ 10:00am – 6:00pm 📍 State Fair Park (1301 S Fair Ave, Yakima)
We’re heading east to march with pride at Yakima Pride! Join Entre Hermanos as we walk together for visibility, love, and justice for the Latine LGBTQIA+ community.
💜 Bring your flags, your energy, and your best dance moves to celebrate Pride with our rural and Latine communities. We’ll be marching with joy, sharing resources, and showing that we’re here and proud.
🌈 Be part of the movement—whether you’re part of the community or an amazing ally, all identities and expressions are welcome!
🎉 Inclusive vibes | United community | Pride from the heart
🏳️🌈🎉 ¡Entre Hermanos va a Yakima Pride! 🎉🏳️🌈 🗓️ Sábado, 21 de junio | ⏰ 10:00am – 6:00pm 📍 State Fair Park (1301 S Fair Ave, Yakima)
¡Nos vamos al este del estado para marchar con orgullo en Yakima Pride! Únete a Entre Hermanos mientras caminamos juntos por la visibilidad, el amor y la justicia para la comunidad Latine LGBTQIA+.
💜 Ven con tu bandera, tu energía y tus mejores pasos para celebrar el orgullo con nuestras comunidades rurales y latinas. Estaremos marchando con alegría, compartiendo recursos y mostrando que estamos aquí y con orgullo.
🌈 Se parte del movimiento—ya seas miembro de la comunidad o un aliado/a increíble, ¡todas las identidades y expresiones son bienvenidas!
🎉 Ambiente inclusivo | Comunidad unida | ¡Orgullo con corazón!
🎉🎶 Celebrate with Entre Hermanos at the White Center Street Festival! 🎶🎉 🗓️ Saturday, June 7 | ⏰ 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM 📍 Downtown White Center (SW 16th Ave & Roxbury)
Join us for a full day of música, comida, cultura, and community at one of the most vibrant neighborhood festivals in Seattle!
🌈 Stop by our booth to grab some swag, connect with our team, and learn about our work supporting the Latine LGBTQIA+ community. Let’s celebrate resilience, joy, and pride!
🌈 Whether you’re part of the Latine LGBTQIA+ community or an awesome ally, we’d love to see your smiling face and festive spirit!
🎉 Free admission | Family-friendly | All are welcome!🎉
🎉🎶 ¡Celebra con Entre Hermanos en el White Center Street Festival!🎶 🎉 🗓️ Sábado, 7 de junio | ⏰ 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM 📍 Centro de White Center (SW 16th Ave & Roxbury)
¡Acompáñanos para un día completo de música, comida, cultura y comunidad en uno de los festivales vecinales más vibrantes de Seattle!
🌈 Visita nuestro puesto para llevarte regalitos, conocer a nuestro equipo y aprender sobre nuestro trabajo en apoyo a la comunidad Latine LGBTQIA+. ¡Celebremos la resiliencia, la alegría y el orgullo!
🌈 Ya seas parte de la comunidad Latine LGBTQIA+ o un/a aliado/a increíble, ¡nos encantaría ver tu sonrisa y espíritu festivo!
🎉 Entrada gratuita | Para toda la familia | ¡Todos son bienvenidos!🎉
by Pablo Castillo, Entre Hermanos’ Communications Director Photography by Lydia Brewer
The new office offers free, confidential sexual health testing and community services, building local partnerships to expand equity and inclusion.
La nueva oficina ofrece pruebas de salud sexual gratuitas y confidenciales, así como servicios comunitarios, construyendo alianzas locales para ampliar la equidad y la inclusión.
Yakima, WA — May 31, 2025. Entre Hermanos, a nonprofit organization with more than 30 years of service advocating for the health and rights of the Latine LGBTQ+ community in Washington State, officially opened a new office in Yakima. This expansion marks a milestone for the organization and responds to the need for accessible health and educational resources in one of the state’s largest Latine communities.
Yakima, WA — 31 de mayo de 2025. Entre Hermanos, organización sin fines de lucro con más de 30 años de trayectoria en la defensa de la salud y los derechos de la comunidad Latine LGBTQ+ en el estado de Washington, inauguró oficialmente su nueva oficina en Yakima. La apertura representa un hito para la institución y responde a la necesidad de acercar servicios de salud y recursos educativos a una de las regiones con mayor población Latine del estado.
The inauguration included an open-house event with the participation of community members, the Washington State Department of Health, and partner organizations. Attendees included members of the new Yakima team, along with Entre Hermanos leadership: Ginna Hernández, Board Member; Edgar Longoria, Executive Director; Martha Zúñiga, Eastern Washington Director; Robert Foss, Legal Director; José Vázquez, Deputy Director; Ghaddra González, Director of Community Engagement; Rain Sherman, Finance Director; and Pablo Castillo, Communications Director.
La inauguración se celebró con una jornada de puertas abiertas que reunió a representantes de la comunidad local, del Departamento de Salud del Estado de Washington y de organizaciones aliadas. Entre los asistentes estuvieron integrantes del nuevo equipo de Yakima y líderes de Entre Hermanos, incluyendo a Ginna Hernández, miembro del Board de Entre Hermanos; Edgar Longoria, Director Ejecutivo; Martha Zúñiga, Directora de Eastern Washington; Robert Foss, Director del Departamento Legal; José Vázquez, Deputy Director; Ghaddra González, Directora de Community Engagement; Rain Sherman, Directora de Finanzas; y Pablo Castillo, Director de Comunicación.
During the event, Hernández shared: “This opening brings us great satisfaction, especially given the significant challenges our community is facing today.” She also expressed gratitude to everyone who made the opening of this new office possible.
Durante el evento, Hernández expresó: “Esta apertura nos trae una enorme satisfacción, especialmente frente a los grandes retos a los que se enfrenta nuestra comunidad actualmente.” Asimismo, agradeció a todas las personas e instituciones que hicieron posible la apertura de esta nueva oficina.
The Yakima office currently provides services focused on sexual health, including:
· Free, safe, and confidential sexual health testing (HIV/STIs).
· Distribution of condoms and prevention materials.
· Educational resources on sexual health.
In addition, the office has introduced a focus on environmental and labor health, offering courses, workshops, and trainings for Yakima’s farmworker community, providing access to resources and tools to improve occupational health.
La oficina de Yakima ya ofrece servicios enfocados en salud sexual, que incluyen:
· Pruebas gratuitas, seguras y confidenciales de salud sexual (VIH/ETS).
· Distribución de condones y materiales de prevención.
· Recursos educativos sobre salud sexual.
Adicionalmente, la oficina ha incorporado un eje de salud medioambiental y laboral, con cursos, talleres y formaciones dirigidos a personas trabajadoras agrícolas de Yakima, brindando acceso a información y herramientas para proteger su salud en el entorno laboral.
“This new office reflects our long-standing commitment to equity and access to health,” said Edgar Longoria, Executive Director of Entre Hermanos. “Yakima is home to a diverse and hardworking Latine community, and our presence here
ensures access to essential sexual and labor health resources for those who need them most.”
YakimaOffice Information:
📍Address: 602 E Yakima Ave, Suite 104, Yakima, WA 98901
Founded in 1991 in Seattle, Entre Hermanos is the first nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the health, well-being, and human rights of the Latine LGBTQ+ community in Washington State. Its programs include HIV and STI prevention, healthcare navigation, legal and immigration support, housing referrals, community education, and advocacy for inclusive public policies.
“Esta nueva oficina refleja nuestro compromiso con la equidad y el acceso a la salud,” afirmó Edgar Longoria, Director Ejecutivo de Entre Hermanos. “Yakima alberga a una comunidad Latine diversa y trabajadora, y con esta presencia buscamos acercar recursos esenciales en salud sexual y salud laboral a quienes más lo necesitan.”
Información de la oficina de Yakima:
📍Dirección: 602 E Yakima Ave, Suite 104, Yakima, WA 98901
Fundada en 1991 en Seattle, Entre Hermanos es la primera organización sin fines de lucro dedicada a promover la salud, el bienestar y los derechos humanos de la comunidad Latine LGBTQ+ en el estado de Washington. Sus programas incluyen prevención del VIH y otras ITS, navegación en el sistema de salud, apoyo legal y de inmigración, referencias de vivienda, educación comunitaria y abogacía por políticas públicas inclusivas.
by Pablo Castillo, Entre Hermanos’ Communications Director Photography by Lydia Brewer
For the past seven years, our spring drag brunch has been a joyful, bold tradition in Seattle’s LGBTQ+ Latine community. This year, under a new name—Drágame Brunch—the celebration returned louder, prouder, and more vibrant than ever!
Durante los últimos siete años, nuestro brunch primaveral de drag ha sido una tradición alegre y valiente dentro de la comunidad LGBTQ+ latine de Seattle. Este año, bajo un nuevo nombre—Drágame Brunch—la celebración regresó más fuerte, más orgullosa y más vibrante que nunca.
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Held on May 4th at Club Sur, this sold-out event brought together dazzling talent and deep community pride. Our host, the incredibly talented Yohanna Lara, led the afternoon with charisma and heart. In a moving moment, she shared how Yesenia, coordinator of Monarcas, played a key role in her own transition journey—reminding us all how powerful sisterhood and community can be.
El 4 de mayo, Club Sur se llenó de vida con un evento completamente vendido que unió talento espectacular y un profundo sentido de comunidad. Nuestra anfitriona, la talentosísima Yohanna Lara, condujo la tarde con carisma y emoción. En un momento muy conmovedor, compartió cómo Yesenia, coordinadora del grupo Monarcas, fue una pieza clave en su proceso de transición—un poderoso recordatorio del impacto del apoyo y la hermandad entre mujeres trans.
We were proud to welcome the Grupo de Danzas Monarcas, a traditional Mexican dance collective that challenges gender norms in cultural performance—proving that tradition can evolve into something more inclusive and authentic.
Tuvimos el honor de recibir al Grupo de Danzas Monarcas, un colectivo de danza tradicional mexicana que desafía las normas de género en la cultura folclórica—demostrando que la tradición puede transformarse en un espacio de inclusión y autenticidad.
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Yesenia also took the stage herself, paying tribute to la chica dorada, Paulina Rubio, as part of a performance that blended joy, empowerment, and resistance. She represented Monarcas, the only support group led by and for trans Latinas in Washington State, hosted by Entre Hermanos.
Yesenia también se subió al escenario, rindiendo homenaje a la chica dorada, Paulina Rubio, con una presentación llena de alegría, empoderamiento y resistencia. Ella representa al grupo Monarcas, el único grupo de apoyo dirigido por y para mujeres trans latinas en el estado de Washington, dentro de Entre Hermanos.
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The event also featured a fabulous, show-stopping performance by our very own Entre Hermanos staff, with team members from Housing, Finances, Legal, Outreach, and Communications departments—dancing for a cause, with all tips going directly to our programs.
Thank you to everyone who came, cheered, tipped generously, and showed up for our mission. Huge thanks to Lydia Brewer, who captured every vibrant moment in photos.
This brunch is more than just a party—it’s a tradition of joy, community, and resilience.
And it’s only getting bigger.
Y por si fuera poco, el personal de Entre Hermanos se lució con una performance espectacular, uniendo a miembros de los departamentos de vivienda, finanzas, servicios legales, alcance y comunicación—todo por una buena causa: todas las propinas recaudadas se destinaron directamente a nuestros programas comunitarios.
Gracias a todas las personas que asistieron, aplaudieron, dieron propinas generosas y se sumaron a nuestra misión. Y un agradecimiento especial a Lydia Brewer, quien capturó cada momento con su lente.
Este brunch es más que una fiesta—es una tradición de orgullo, comunidad y resistencia.
LEO PARTY XXII – Sunday, August 10th Hosted by Aleksa Manila & Joe Torres
Join us for the 22nd annual LEO PARTY, an electrifying LGBTQ+ fundraiser benefitting Entre Hermanos, supported and organized by the LEO Foundation. This year’s celebration features none other than Seattle’s favorite and RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 15 sensation, ANETRA!
🔥 Expect an unforgettable night with: • Las Vegas GoGo Dancers • Drag & Live Performances by: – Atasha Manila – El Jilguerillo – Roxy Doll – & MORE! • Special appearance by The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence
🎟️ Tickets 🎟️ Online Pre-Sale: $20 General | $40 VIP (includes hors d’oeuvres) At the Door: $25 General | $50 VIP
We are beyond honored to have our Executive Director, Edgar Longoria, featured in Seattle Pride Magazine’s latest issue! In the article “Looking Toward the Next 50 Years of Pride,” Edgar joins influential voices such as Laurie Jinkins (Speaker of the House, WA State House of Representatives), Mattie Mooney(Co-founder of Taking B(l)ack Pride), Rosette Royale (Managing Editor of South Seattle Emerald), and Jamie Pedersen WA State Senate Majority Leader, to discuss the future of Pride and our LGBTQ+ community.
As the first Latine LGBTQ+ nonprofit organization in Washington, Entre Hermanos is proud to be part of this critical conversation about the future of our movement and the fight for equity, dignity, and visibility.
Original publication in SeattlePride Magazine Spring 2025 Edition.
Last year marked a significant milestone in Seattle’s queer history as it honored the 50th anniversary of LGBTQIA2S+ Pride celebrations in Seattle. Now entering its 51st year, Seattle Pride asked local LGBTQIA2S+ leaders their hopes for the next 50 years.
How can the LGBTQIA2S+ community as a whole more fully embrace intersectionality and uplift BIPOC, disabled, and economically marginalized voices?
Edgar Longoria: “To fully embrace intersectionality, the LGBTQIA2S+ community must not only acknowledge but actively center the voices of those who experience multiple layers of marginalization. This includes recognizing the specific challenges faced by immigrants, particularly those who are undocumented, trans, and living with HIV. For these individuals, every aspect of their identity adds a layer of vulnerability—whether it’s being at risk for deportation, being denied gender-affirming care, or facing stigma in healthcare settings because of their HIV status.
The community must prioritize providing accessible, culturally competent services that meet the needs of people at these intersections. Creating safe spaces where individuals don’t have to fear being “outed” or having their immigration status questioned is key to building trust and solidarity in these marginalized groups.
Additionally, we need to ensure that leadership positions within the LGBTQIA2S+ movement reflect the full diversity of our community, including those most affected by systemic oppression. It’s not just about inclusion in conversation but about tangible, equitable access to resources, representation, and decision-making power for Latine trans and immigrant LGBTQIA2S+ people.”
What are the most pressing issues currently facing LGBTQIA2S+ communities in Washington?
Edgar Longoria: “The fear of deportation is a massive barrier that keeps many from accessing critical services, including healthcare, mental health support, and social services. Many undocumented trans individuals hesitate to seek help due to the fear that their immigration status will be reported, leaving them without the support they desperately need.
Transphobia is another significant issue. Trans individuals — particularly those who are undocumented — face systemic discrimination both within the LGBTQIA2S+ community and the larger society. This can result in high rates of violence, homelessness, and unemployment, as well as limited access to healthcare that is culturally competent or gender-affirming. All of these issues are compounded by the economic hardships faced by many immigrant families, leading to a cycle of poverty that is incredibly difficult to break.”
What initiatives or changes would you like to see in health resources for the LGBTQIA2S+ community?
Edgar Longoria: “Health resources need to be radically more inclusive, accessible, and culturally competent. Latine individuals account for approximately 27% of new HIV diagnoses in the U.S., despite being only 19% of the population (Center for Disease Control). Expanding access to PrEP, bilingual services, and community-led health initiatives is essential for prevention and care. To better serve this community, healthcare providers need to be trained on the intersectionality of these identities.
Mental health services must also be expanded, particularly services that address the compounded trauma of migration, transphobia, racism, and HIV stigma. Creating safe spaces for undocumented, trans, and HIV+ individuals within healthcare settings is crucial to overcoming the deep mistrust many of these individuals have in institutions that have historically failed them.”
What legacy do you hope today’s LGBTQIA2S+ leaders will leave for future generations? What legacy do you hope to leave as a queer leader?
Edgar Longoria: “I hope today’s LGBTQIA2S+ leaders leave a legacy of truly inclusive activism that centers the voices and experiences of the most marginalized. The legacy I hope we leave is one where these individuals are no longer forced to fight for the basics: access to healthcare, safety, legal protections, and economic opportunities. I want future generations to inherit a community that does not just acknowledge but celebrates the complexity of their identities, ensuring that every person is seen and supported in all their intersections.
As a queer leader, I hope my legacy will be one of advocacy for the most vulnerable, helping to ensure that future leaders don’t just fight for policy change but also actively dismantle the systems of oppression that affect the most marginalized. I want to be remembered for amplifying the voices of Latine trans individuals, undocumented immigrants, and HIV+ people, and for contributing to a world where they can live without fear, fully and unapologetically, as their authentic selves.”
A huge thank you to the Seattle Pride team for this opportunity! We are excited for what’s ahead, including all the incredible projects we will share at Seattle Pride 2025!
We’re back! The HRC Seattle annual bowling event is back, and we’re excited to be returning to West Seattle Bowl! Last year, HRC declared a state of emergency, and unfortunately, we’re in an even more urgent time. With relentless attacks, we have “No Time to Spare” in the fight for equality. So please join us for our fun and engaging afternoon of bowling from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. and continue the fun upstairs at the Three 9 Lounge.
Tickets
Tickets are $40 per person ($20 for 18 & under) or $230 for a lane of 6. Included in your ticket price are 2 hours of bowling, shoe rental, appetizers and an annual HRC membership or membership renewal!
Raffle, Auction, & Merch! We’ll be having a raffle again this year, with half of the proceeds going to our local community partner organization, Entre Hermanos! Additionally, we’ll have a great silent auction and select HRC merchandise for purchase with an HRC membership.
SIGN UP TO BE A LANE CAPTAIN!
For even more fun, register as a lane captain and invite friends to select your lane when they purchase their own tickets. You’ll be prompted to join as a lane captain on the next page. We will add your name to the drop down list of lane captains within 72 hours of registering.
Thank you so much for your engagement and support and we can’t wait to see you at Strike For Equality!
